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An Interview with Miles Mossop

Posted on Tue March 5, 2019.

If you paid a visit to the City of Oaks in the first week of February this year, you would have found yourself slap bang in the middle of the Harvest Parade. This colourful parade, filled with tractors, trucks, trailers and a whole lot of singing invites the people of the town to celebrate the beginning of the Harvest Season.

Benefits of Saunas after a Workout

Posted on Mon February 25, 2019 in Things to do at De Zeven.

Saunas have come a long way since they were first created in Northern Europe, being nothing more than large pits in the ground covered in animal hides, with a fire burning inside beneath a pile of stones.

US Woordfees is back!

Posted on Wed February 6, 2019.

Celebrating its 19th year running, the University of Stellenbosch’s Woordfees is back! This unique festival held from 1 – 10 March is a celebration of all things South African, and Stellenbosch and the perfect playground for writers, musicians, and artists of all kinds.

Who is this Mr Valentine?

Posted on Tue January 8, 2019.

February is widely known as the month of love, but where did it all start and who is this mysterious Saint Valentine? We decided to sit back in one of the intimate spaces at De Zeven and delve into the matter a bit more.

Welcome to the neighbourhood – a guide to our wonderful neighbours in the Banhoek Valley

Posted on Sat December 22, 2018 in Things to do at De Zeven.

While still relatively undiscovered, the Banhoek Valley and Conservancy has a growing number of restaurants, wine estates, hiking and cycling trails and of course stunning viewpoints on beautiful estates. This is our lovely neighbourhood and if you're planning a stay at De Zeven, you'll enjoy this guide to our wonderful neighbours.

Guest Reviews

The best hotel I have ever stayed in! Simply sensational! New hotel, beautiful room, spacious and with a unique view of Mount Simonsberg, breakfast with many varieties of food and drink, great service and we were welcomed with a bottle of local champagne. Without a doubt, I would highly recommend this location to couples and travellers who are passionate about lodging with outstanding views. PS: After meeting more than... Read More

- Luan Guerra

Barueri, Brazil
The website already looked very promising but this recently opened guesthouse in the Banhoek Valley exceeded all of my expectations! Welcomed by a nice glass of Limoenkloof Méthode Cap Classique (private label bubbly) I was taken to my room. Room 1 in the Manor House. This room and the whole of the guest house is very very beautifully decorated! All the rooms are different. You can book the room... Read More

- Karen Van Der Hooft
We travelled as a party of four, occupying two Barn Rooms at De Zeven for two nights towards the end of March. The guest house is beautifully furnished and with spectacular views throughout. This applies whether you are in your room, the pool, or the lounge areas. Everything about the place is breathtaking. The breakfast was excellent, and Johanna went above and beyond to ensure our expectations were exceeded... Read More

- Tremayne West

Paris, France
One of the most unique locations in the Winelands offering incredible views, a serene environment and the perfect location between both Stellenbosch and Franschhoek from which to explore both towns. Their staff are hugely accommodating and will undertake every effort to make your stay memorable. Would definitely recommend this magnificent guesthouse for guests expecting an extraordinary breakaway.

- Dante Roets